Iron Fist is not "Spectacular" or what core fans would deem MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) worthy, but it's a decent look into the origin story of one of Marvel's long-buried icons, fleshed out with a new way and with some reasonable changes (e.g the bro-mance between Danny Rand and Luke Cage). After surviving a fatal air plane crash, bar his family (Mom and Dad), Danny Rand, is found by monks from the non-existent place, K'un Lun, raised in the way of the Iron Fist to one day guard the gates against the treacherous threat of The Hand. The origin of Iron Fist the legendary defender of K'un Lun, blessed with the power of Shou-Loa the undying. Iron Fist is a mantle passed on from generation to generation, bestowed onto the only one who can pass the trial, enter Danny Rand, coming back to New York after being presumable dead for 15 years.
Claire Temple again! Continuing to be the glue these Marvel-Netflix shows have, evidence of how tied together these individuals are, various references to the said individuals that will helm The Defenders TV show in the coming future. There's also some Easter eggs and homage paid to the original character and a subtle tip of the hat to Stan Lee himself. The show holds it own in storytelling, depicting the emotions of Danny Rand, a naive and by-the-book man who is looking for answers to the unexplained death of his parents.
The eighth episode of the sixth season of Game of Thrones showed us various sides of different people, their drives, their purpose and tested the resolve of most. This is not a review, I don't know too much about Game of Thrones, only what the show has been kind enough to show, especially as book fans tend to piss about the various changes and omissions by the show runners. This is about Sansa-Stark-Lannister-Bolton's letter to her great uncle for help, I was curious to find out what she wrote in the letter and apparently it has been revealed. I don't know if it does much for you but I hope it clears up the curiosity that sprung when he exclaims "she's just like her mother"!
Pictures from the 2016 Bristol Comic Con event by Optimus Convention on 9th - 10th April featuring appearances by Troy Baker( +Uncharted 4: A Thief's End) , Victora Atkin (+Assassin's Creed Syndicate) and Phoenix James +Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Took me a long time to post this as a result of my very busy month so far. I could tell you I was there for the event but I wasn't, I went to work and it happened to be my work place they chose as the venue. Thanks to some of my friends in the workplace i managed to snag some pictures and even one with the awesome Troy Baker.
The fourth season of +Netflix US & Canada's political drama series House of Cards continuing its brilliance and strutting it around like a beautiful peacock in summer. continuous sublime performances by Kevin Spacey, Robin Wright et al. and even newcomer John Kinnaman.
Continuing from its strong ending in season three, the fourth season carries on that strength which is a tear between the Underwoods themselves, which could be a divorce, a separation and possibly the obliteration of whatsoever they've built for over thirty years amidst the election campaign for Frank's 2016 election aspiration, very distracting
The Underwoods get under each others skin, hatching and scheming, planning to decapitate one another despite being attacked by their collective foes (Presidential candidate rivals) during the election campaign, proving dire for their relationship and aspirations alike in every episode. Loyalties are tested, moralities are checked and people who have been wronged have not forgotten.
The Underwoods continue to seem unstoppable and any cracks in their armour continues to be refilled with some form of far-stretched superhero-like healing ability, they simply can't be touched. I understand that they're the protagonists but they get away with things to easily to often (not for long though, the build-up in this season was sick)
Deadpool, borne off the self destructive iteraion in the first installation of the Wolverine origin movies and has since transcended into a guideline for risk takers in the current superhero movie trend; Be Epic! Deadpool is a character that was coined from both +Marvel Entertainment 's Spider-Man and +DC Entertainment 's Deathstroke, mashed up together to give a hell; a mouthful and efficient assassin. Deadpool has undergone various iterations over the years, it's most definitive iteration is the one in the recent movie. It is true that Ryan Reynolds took a risk to put on this skin once more, he denounced himself playing any other superhero (After that awful outing as Green Lantern), and might I add, he did so eloquently. Firstly, they got rid of everything that didn't work with the first cinematic Deadpool and escalated what did, hence the origin story and leaving open wide a door in case +Marvel Entertainment / FOX intend to utilise his character again. Deadpool has shut critics up with it's success, doing well domestically and internationally and most especially dethroning "The Matrix Reloaded" as the highest R-rated movie in history with it's $745 Million Box Office success.
Deadpool is about an ex special forces agent, who after finding out he's ill with cancer, signs up to get treated by a special government division which specialize in aiding veterans in such conditions, promising them a new beginning.
As a result of +Marvel Entertainment 's complex deals on IP's with various studios, Deadpool exists in the same universe as the X-Men and its not surprising that there are characters shared across. Deadpool's jokes and puns are fun, easily understood and dirty. The flash back - forward sequences breathe life into a fragile story. However it is a breath of fresh air from the usual superhero shenanigans. Lots of easter eggs and references to Kevin Feige himself, Spider-Man, Green Lantern and even Wolverine.
Its resolve is quite weak with the cliche bad guy kidnap girlfriend/revenge storyline, the unclear depiction of fictional mutant genome (X-genes) and the power levels of the mutants. Sometimes it reared it's head like a low - medium budget movie as the CGI seemed conspicuous.
Verdict
it is unique and utterly refreshing, its a memorable movie 7/10
Marvel just did again! They've put another handful of sand in DC's food. Taking whatever worked in season 1 and spicing it up to produce a masterpiece.
Content
Daredevil Season 2 continues the story of daytime lawyer, nighttime crime fighting Matt Murdock a.k.a. Daredevil, in his personal vendetta of relieving Hell's Kitchen, New York of crime. This time he goes down a road that questions his very resolve; keeps trying to do right and everything gets undone, questioning his morality; when he comes across The Punisher who's methods are more "effective" and also questioning where his heart truly is;?when he comes across Elektra Natchio, his longtime girlfriend from college. It's a whirlwind for Matthew in every episode trying to balance it all and find peace within himself as well, with his "Guilt."
Pros
To simply put it, it is awesome! Everything about it ticks, in addition, it revels in making references to Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and hints on Iron Fist (Danny Rand). It was an all round hoot from every main character, both old and new, with returning characters reinforcing their previous performances and new characters picking up from the new standard being set.
Cons
Firstly, I didn't see enough of The Punisher, it's a personal observation as I wanted to see more of Jon Bernthal continue in a beautiful performance of The Punisher,
I tend to find the inconsistencies in Matt Murdock's blindness and the specific drop in pace of the opponents whenever they approached Stick
Beach yourself for March Madness, not the college sports not bands, am talking about the massive binge watching to come in March via Netflix.
Netflix is going to release both the fourth season of House of Cards on the second season of Daredevil on the 4th of March and the 18th of March respectively. Over the past few weeks, proper marketing with the use of posters and artworks have been every where, I have managed to snag a few, I am pumped and cannot wait to not sleep in order to be the first to finish the complete season before my friends.
I remember a few months back, Netflix proud of their success were vociferous enough to point out that they would like to double the amount of episodes, Better Call Saul just returned and unlike other Netflix Original Series it comes out weekly and not at once so one is yet to note if they have actually been doubled.
So mark your calendars and get prepared to be sucked in, better catch all your sleep now for even after March is the epic return of Game of Thrones.
A rumour suggests that Star Lord, Drax, Gamora, Groot and Rocket will be aided by a few newcomers.
Three new members could join the Guardians of the Galaxy sequel, namely Mantis, Nebula and Yondu.
Both Nebula and Yondu appeared in the previous movie while Mantis is a newcomer. Yondu, a space pirate and Nebula, who escaped Xandor. The Celestials, a group of sentient beings may be explored as well as other new planets and characters
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. II is being directed by James Gunn and will come to cinemas May 5th 2017
I did a little rewatching of How I Met Your Mother and trust me it never gets old, there's a lot in it the various graphic lessons from Barney and if not then from Ted( No matter how long it takes, you would meet the one) and the timeless golden jokes in every episode or the iconic opening soundtrack 'Hey Beautiful' by The Solids.
Without doubt How I Met Your Mother is well written and performed by a talented cast but ended on a very low note with a last season that ruined the previous 8, the last season practically threw away every build up that had begun the story development (the way the Mother that was finally found was killed off for Robin...again), character development ( the way Barney goes from a changed and reformed human being back to the heartless whore we all love, but seriously it was awesome for the moment it lasted).
I honestly enjoyed the whole thing again despite its faults or the only at the end. It led me to a singular simple conclusion "No one can really replace FRIENDS in our hearts." There have been a plethora of attempts to recapture the form and dominance of a show with such an influence on different generations, even if How I Met Your Mother had its own style and panache to the sitcom genre, it still takes some notes from FRIENDS, it seems you can pay for school but you can't buy class.
The Verdict: 7/10 - How I Met Your Mother is worth watching or revisiting given that you avoid season 9 at all costs
Another Netflix original series based on characters from Marvel's awesome cinematic universe is coming in the form of Jessica Jones, starring Krysten Ritter as a former super heroine who intends to start afresh by working as a private investigator but faces challenges on the way as she is haunted by a terrible past. Taking place the same time as the events in the Marvel Cinematic Universe moments before the Superhero franchise The Defenders is formed. Also starting would be David Tennant (Kilgrave), Mike Colter (Luke Cage), Tachel Taylor (Trish Walker) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Jeryn Hogarth). Jessica Jones would debut on Netflix on Friday, 20th November 2015 and would have all episodes available as usual.
On Wednesday the popular streaming service, +Netflix disclosed a press release showing details that revealed the exact time viewers got hooked on a show.
Observing popular shows like +Breaking Bad and original content like +House of Cards "70% of viewers who watched that episode went on to complete season one." Netflix chief content officer explains "we found that no one was ever hooked on the pilot, this gives us confidence that giving our members all episodes at once is more aligned with how fans are made." said Ted Sarandos, meaning binge-watching is what users want.
The list below shows the number of episodes it took to turn a Netflix session to a binge-watching session:
Regionally, Australia and New Zealand were inclined to watch a few more episode before getting hooked unlike the Dutch that were hooked from the get go.
Jim Parsons leads the standings with fellow +The Big Bang Theory co-star Johnny Galecki who with Kaley Cuoco, both recently signed an extension to keep them on the show, the list includes both earnings from TV in addition to gigs. Simon Helberg and Kunal Nayyar also make the list from +The Big Bang Theory cast which is also dominated by +Modern Family cast member like Ty Burrel, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ed O'neil and Eric Stonestreet.
This list was assembled by +Forbes and it represents their earnings over the past year between June 1, 2014 and June 1, 2015.
If you would like to see more lists like this, sound off in the comments below and also tell me other types of lists you would like to see on the blog.
At D23, +Disney announced a brand new television series titled, The Lion Guard, the show will be based on The Lion King and will premiere early next year on +Disney Channel. In addition, a movie titled The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar which tells the story of Simba's second-born cub, Kion, who seeks to lead the Lion Guard and protect the Pride Lands will serve a a prelude to the series.
James Earl Jones and Ernie Sabella will return to reprise their roles as Mufasa and Pumba respectively, the only two returning actors from the original 1994 masterpiece, Rob Lowe will voice Simba, Gabrielle Union will voice Nala and Max Charles will star as Kion.
The Lion Guard.
For an early look of The Lion Guard, watch the trailer below.
Jon Bernthal will be reprising The Punisher role in the Daredevil series coming to +Netflix in 2016, sorry Tom Hardy, +Marvel Entertainment chose someone else, at least there are three more movies of +Mad Max: Fury Road to get through. Jon Bernthal has been active, appearing in The Walking Dead, The Wolf of Wall Street, Fury and soon in The Accountant. +Marvel Entertainment are convinced about what he can bring to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Punisher as well as Daredevil aims to clean up Hell's Kitchen, New York, the only difference is that The Punisher doesn't care how it gets done. Could he be the new villain in Daredevil? Would we see Elektra? What happens to Wilson Fisk (Kingpin)? The announcement from +Marvel Entertainment came on their website not too long ago and the casting choice is already raising eyebrows.
After binging on his long awaited show, all to be said is how awestruck one will be left after enjoying the view of different cities from the eyes of different people, 8 to exact; San Fransisco, Berlin, Seoul, Mumbai, Nairobi,Reykjavik, Mexico City, London and Chicago, then to martial arts attractions as the Watchowski's are know for (Ninja Assassin and The Matrix) and finally touching various ubiquitous issues from religious diversity, transgender, self- discovery, saving a loved one, arranged marriage, sexually and sexual orientation, prejudice, violence and most importantly, the ever judging and fearful world we live in (people will always fear what they don't understand).
Sense 8.
Those are just the pro's, the cons are; the over confusion, with every attempt to understand what is going on? You get a wee-bit more confused, so it is safe to say that you should just watch and enjoy it (use subtitles if they can help).
My advice? Get off this trailers and get watching already, confusion is the only deficiency you'll experience.
A new artistic trailer for Sense 8 is out and it is as artistic as the album artwork for +Kings of leon's album; Only By The Night. one mind and 8 people, bottom line is that if you enjoyed The Matrix? You wont regret this show, enjoy
+Netflix i greatly appreciated for it non-stop watching capabilities; you get all the episodes at once and binge on them and most especially; no Ads. Sadly, that has come to an end, Ads will be a big part of +Netflix soon. Although +Netflix is claiming that it policy around Ads its unchanged and has no plans to support third party units, people are still nervy about the announcement. Clearly, the announcement didn't come clear to many individuals as the streaming giant hoped. How; Ads will probably be digital, or small spots to show what other shows +Netflix has available, and what is yet to come, similar to what HBO does with HBO GO and HBO now as well as other TV Networks like CW, so you can expect to see a spot for +House of Cards whilst watching +Better Call Saul AMC . It is proven that digital Ads aren't that effective anyway. Why; As +Netflix is growing it wont be a bad idea if one or two of their shows enjoy a few more views, considering their trigger-happy release of episodes for every of their original content, of which they deserve credit for this brave move. After all they don't get as much "hoorah" as TV Networks. However, who is to say it isn't one of their numerous tests they carry out now and then and may never see light.
A new set of stars will join Empire’s second
season, in the form of Adam Rodriguez, Alicia Keys, Lenny Kravitz, Chris Rock and Ne-Yo. Empire fans will also get 18 episodes in season 2 - six more than there were in the first season.
Adam Rodriguez joins the
Empire cast and will play concert promoter Laz Delgado, a smooth talker with an
expert ability to hustle. Laz, a former EMT and native New Yorker, also takes a
special interest in Cookie (Taraji P. Henson). Rodriguez is known for making
guest star appearances on various TV shows, lets hope he stays for good, that’s
if Lucious Lyon doesn’t kill him yet.
